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Marc Bertrand President and CEO MEGA Brands Inc. Presentation to Ben Graham Centre’s 2012 Value Investing Conference April 25, 2012

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Marc Bertrand President and CEO MEGA Brands Inc.

Presentation to

Ben Graham Centre’s 2012 Value Investing Conference

April 25, 2012

Cautionary Statements

Forward-looking Information All statements in this presentation that do not directly and exclusively relate

to historical facts constitute "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. These statements represent the Corporation's intentions, plans, expectations and beliefs. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking information and statements are based on a number of assumptions and involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by them, including, but not limited to risks, assumptions and uncertainties described in the Corporation's MD&A for the year ended December 31, 2011, which is available at www.sedar.com. The Corporation disclaims any intention or obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required by applicable law.

Supplementary Financial Measures The Corporation uses supplementary financial measures to explain its

financial results. Readers are cautioned that financial measures adjusted to a basis other than IFRS do not have standardized meaning and are unlikely to be comparable to similar measures used by other issuers.

Corporate Overview

• Global toy company, based in Canada 1,600 employees (Montreal, Irvine CA, Belgium and China)

• Creator and owner of recognized global brands Products recognized for innovation and play value

• Established partner with global retailers

• Successful global licensing partnerships

• Strong track record for innovation and growth

114

150

189 220

235

407

547 525

448

339 368 377

500

2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2014

Sales and EBITDA Margins

21% 23% 24% 21% 18% 18% 18% 11% 8% 10% 12% 10%

(US$ millions)

22 consecutive years of growth and profitability

1985-2006

Recapitalization and sales growth Target

mid teens

Global Toy Industry

Evergreen products

Construction

Arts & Crafts

Games & Puzzles

$10 billion

$40 billion Manufacturers’ shipments (wholesale)

Other toy

categories

$30 billion

2008 2009 2010 2011

+9%

+23%

+19%

+23%

Source: NPD Group

Growth of Construction Toy Category (Annual increase in US retail sales in $)

Market Position Construction Toys

Global

#1 Preschool

construction

Global

#2 Boys

construction

Market Position Stationery & Activities

North

America

#2 Arts & Crafts Boards

Value Creation

• Innovation

• Strategic licensing

• International markets

• Quality and value

Innovation

• 3-4% of net sales invested annually in product development

• 40-50% of product line renewed every year

Three design and

development centres • Lafayette, Indiana • Irvine, California • Montréal, Québec

Over 200 people in design and development • Sketch artists • Model makers • Sculptors • Graphic artists • Industrial designers • Industrial engineers

Preschool

Preschool

Boys

Boys and Collectors

Strategic Licensing

• New partnership with toy leader Mattel Number 1 Boys preschool brand

Thomas & Friends Number 1 Boys license Hot Wheels Number 1 Girls license Barbie

• Agreement demonstrates Mattel’s recognition of our strong category positions and expertise

Strategic Licensing

• Licensing criteria: Evergreen, global and incremental

Preschool Girls

Collectors Preschool

Strategic Licensing

• Leadership in video game content

Boys

International Markets

• Global distribution

• Sales in more than 100 countries

International Markets

• Grow market share in current footprint • Establish MEGA BLOKS in BRIC markets

North America

40%

International

60% North America

64%

International

36%

Global toy industry MEGA Brands

Quality and Value

• 40% of products manufactured in Montreal

• Every toy produced in most competitive location

Montreal China High volume High detail Larger size Smaller size Low labour High labour

• Domestic supply advantage for retailers

$10 million capital investment in 2011 • High-speed injection molding • Automated assembly • Automated counting

Universal. Expandable. Sustainable.

Value Drivers

• Recognized brands and leading market positions

• Strong demand for construction toys

• Competitive North American manufacturing

• De-leveraged balance sheet

• Strong momentum with licensors and retailers

• Experienced and motivated team

• Stability and strong support from key shareholders

Thank You